Viking Induction Cooktop Installation Instructions - Page 15
Electrical Requirements
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HEleeacdtrliicnael Requirements WARNING BURN HAZARD The use of cabinets for storage above the appliance may result in potential burn hazard. Combustible items may ignite, metallic items may become hot and cause burns. If a cabinet storage is to provided the risk can be reduced by installing a range hood that projects horizontally a minimum of 5" (12.7 cm) beyond the bottom of the cabinets. Electrical Requirements Check your local codes regarding this unit. This cooktop is supplied with a 3-wire, A.C. 208V/240V, 60 HZ electrical system. A white (neutral) is not needed for this unit. See next section for grounding instructions. It should be fused separately. CAUTION Be sure the electric power is off from the breaker box to the junction box until the cooktop is installed and ready to operate. The junction box should be connected to a suitable ground. Refer to the specifications chart for kilowatt rating and recommended amperage. House wiring and fusing must comply with local codes. If no local codes are applicable, wire in accordance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition. WARNING The electrical power to the unit must be shut off while line connections are being made. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death. Electrical Connection When making the wire connections, use the entire length of the conduit provided (4 feet). The conduit must not be cut. Connect the red and black leads from the unit conduit to the corresponding leads in the junction box. The bare ground wire in the conduit is connected to the unit frame. When connecting to a 3-conductor branch circuit, connect the bare ground connector lead of the unit to the branch circuit ground (bare wire or green in color). WARNING FIRE AND ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT use an extension cord with this appliance. Such use may result in fire, electrical shock, or other personal injury. 15
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